Mann und Frau mit einem Korb c. 1775 - 1779

"Mann und Frau mit einem Korb" is a c. 1775-1779 drawing by Georg Melchior Kraus. It depicts a man and a woman, sketched in a loose and gestural style. The man carries a large sack on his back and a walking stick, suggesting a journey, while the woman sits with a large basket and a bowl at her feet. The casual composition and unfinished details point to the work's status as a study or preparatory drawing. This piece, now housed at the Städel Museum, offers a glimpse into the working process of the 18th-century artist, highlighting the inherent beauty of a simple sketch.